<![CDATA[Badger & Blade]]> http://badgerandblade.com/vb en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:50:21 GMT vBulletin 60 http://badgerandblade.com/vb/macskin/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Badger & Blade]]> http://badgerandblade.com/vb My Time Bath and Body Sandalwood http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118368&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:48:29 GMT Jean over at www.mytimebathandbody.com has done it again with her affordable shaving cream/soap line. I call it a cream/soap because it doesn't seem to fit very clearly into one or the other. All of her shaving products are Tallow based and also have quite a bit of aloe vera in it, so the end result is a very rich lather producing and moisturizing product that is perfect for dry skin. She has a wide variety of scents and even allows you to place custom mixes of what she has and is very willing to help you figure out just what mix you need.

General review aside, her sandalwood scent is a real treat for anyone that digs sandalwood scents. Her take on it reminds me of a very rich oatmeal smell that is not too overpowering or sweet, but very pleasing. I would say that its on par with her other shaving soap scents, but where the sandalwood shines through is in the after scent. Once you are done shaving, not only does your skin feel fresh and rejuvenated, but it smells like wonderful sandalwood for at least half of the rest of the day without even having to use an aftershave splash. ]]> Shaving Creams WittyAg http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118368 FS: Unused Tube of Proraso Red Shaving Cream http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118367&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:38:31 GMT Available for $28 including shipping, PM me if you are interested in buying. Thanks Available for $28 including shipping, PM me if you are interested in buying.

Thanks ]]> Shaving Mall - Buy/Sell/Trade BCL501 http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118367 Look at what I found http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118366&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:37:10 GMT Found this in an antique mall today.Mint,it still has the factory copper blade blank inserted.I wish I could try it out but I'll leave it unused.Probably trade it someday.

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[IMG][/IMG] ]]> Safety Razors buddydog http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118366 Pino Silvestre - thumbs up from both of us http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118365&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:18:47 GMT Yum - this smells good! If you're like me and really like the rosin scent of pine, you'll love Pino Silvestre.



From Basenotes:
Top Notes
Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon

Middle Notes
Geranium, Pine, Clary Sage

Base Notes
Cedarwood, Moss, Musk, Amber
Goes on nice and strong; drys down pretty quickly and leaves a nice pine scent behind. My wife really liked it! ]]> Colognes WhosYerBob http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118365 <![CDATA[Taylor's cream deffect?]]> http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118364&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:09:19 GMT So, I bought a tub of Taylor's Almond scented cream. It is a little hard, not soft and smooth. But not so hard that I cannot get any out of the tub. I also cannot get a very long lasting lather out of it. I do have some pretty hard water where I live but I can get some good lather from other creams, like Speick. At first I thought it was just the hard water here but I got a great lather the other day from my Speick and had the best shave I have had in a while.

So, any suggestions? Is this tub wasted or is there anything I can do to revivie it? :confused1 ]]> Shaving Creams nathanb http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118364 <![CDATA[I Coloniali Shaving Soap with Mango Oil by J&E Atkinsons]]> http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118363&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:07:23 GMT I've really been enjoying this soap. First off, it's a great value (in the UK at least), as a 100 gram puck can be procured for about 10 pounds (less than $20) in a terracotta bowl with a lid. I've seen this advertised as a cream and a soap. It appears that it began its life as a cream, as it looks like it has been piped into the bowl. I consider this a soap, however, because mine is rock hard and it behaves like a soap. This is a non-tallow soap, but I'm not put off by that. I'm not a member of the "a good soap must contain tallow" camp.

This seems to be of comparable quality to many of the big name soaps, and it performs similarly to those I own that are highly regarded on B&B (Trumpers, Harris, Provence Sante, etc.). I'm getting great shaves with this soap, and I have no trouble creating a rich, cushioning, slick lather.

I Coloniali shaving soap is particularly interesting because of its unique smoky mango fragrance, and it has a touch of menthol that gives a slight cooling effect during the shave. I don't typically care for menthol, but I actually find the small amount in this soap quite nice. I suppose I just don't like menthol in large doses. I'm prone to dry skin, and while this isn't the most moisturizing soap I have, it certainly isn't drying, even if I don't use an aftershave balm. This is probably one of my favorite soaps of late, and I've been reaching for it over my Irisch Moos and La Toja.

I heartily recommend this one. :biggrin:

-Andy ]]> Shaving Soaps andrew98 http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118363 DR Harris Sandalwood http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118362&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:05:37 GMT ....smells like Ralph Lauren Polo, spicy sausage or a indian curry sauce? I was expecting it to smell like my Honeybee sandalwood glycerin soap but it is spicy. ....smells like Ralph Lauren Polo, spicy sausage or a indian curry sauce? I was expecting it to smell like my Honeybee sandalwood glycerin soap but it is spicy. ]]> Aftershaves Curious Shaver http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118362 WTB: Metal Shaving Stick Container http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118361&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:40:52 GMT Hello,

I'm looking for a metal shaving stick container. I'd prefer something vintage.

If you have something lying around, I'd love to have a look and possibly work out a deal..

Thank you! ]]> WTB - Want to Buy... Andrew Dill http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118361 FS: Knack - Near Mint (1975) http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118360&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:16:30 GMT I am offering a perfect example of the Gillette Knack. Its date code is V-4 putting its manufacture between Oct.- Dec. 1975. It is in superb condition and according to B&B standards is Near Mint. It is mechanically perfect and has a mirror finish all over. Barbicided and ready to go. $25 CONUS Paypal Only.
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]]> Shaving Mall - Buy/Sell/Trade Darjeeling Express http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118360 <![CDATA[Gillette 1953 (40's style) Superspeed]]> http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118359&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:08:56 GMT I picked up a 1953 (40's style) Superspeed from the B/S/T forums. I really like this razor. It shaves very well, and the weight seems just right.

Price: These razors can generally be picked up for $10-$30 from forums, or Ebay. You can also find one at a lot of antique shops for even less than this.
Quality: This is truly a quality razor.
User Friendliness: This razor is easy to use. Simply twist to open to change blades (more on that in a bit). There's really nothing else to learn about it to use it.
Grip: I have fairly average size hands. This razor is the perfect size for me. The handle is not too short; it has ample room to hold it. I don't feel cramped at all. It has enough grip on it, so it doesn't slip when your hand is slightly wet.
Ease of Blade Replacement: I really like the twist-to-open (TTO) action to change blades on the Superspeed. Simply turn the knob at the bottom of the handle, and the head opens. The blade simply drops in, and you tighten it using the TTO. You don't have to hold the head and screw it in, like with the Tech and other razors.
Aggressiveness: I have only tried a couple razors, so I can't really speak comparatively as to the aggressiveness of this razor. However, I feel it is a little bit more aggressive than the Tech I have, which is a good thing. I quite consistently get a DFS or BBS shave with this razor, so I think it is plenty aggressive enough, at least for now.
Balance: I really like the balance of this razor. It seems to have the perfect weight and balance. This helps out with the aggressiveness of the shave. I do not feel I have to use any pressure (which is a good thing), as the razor has enough weight to cut the hairs. ]]> Safety Razors cdthomas23 http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118359 FS: Merkur 12C Barber Pole Open Comb http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118358&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:08:45 GMT Fellas-

Have an excellent condition Merkur 12C I picked up from WCS a few weeks ago... used 3 or 4 times has no flaws and is in the same condition as when it arrived. I just don't think I am an open comb guy...

Paid $42... asking $36 shipped CONUS (PayPal only) and will throw in a pack of Blue Bird blades.

Thanks B&B

]]> Shaving Mall - Buy/Sell/Trade Tha Baron http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118358 FS: Long Handled Super Adjustable Near Mint (1984) http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118357&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:03:17 GMT I am offering a beautiful example of a late model Gillette long handled Super Adjustable, date coded E-3, putting its manufacture at July-Sept. 1984. According to B&B standards it is in near mint condition with an all over mirror finish. It is flawless except for slight paint loss on #'s 3,5&9 (which I would gladly restore upon the buyer's request). Mechanically perfect. Barbicided and ready to go. $37 CONUS Paypal only.
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]]> Shaving Mall - Buy/Sell/Trade Darjeeling Express http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118357 Buy/Sell/Trade tip for new members http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118356&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:36:03 GMT Hi there new DE user,

You're gonna see lots of vintage(old)razors for sale here, and maybe this post will help in some way. The idea is of course to purchase something at a fair price. That's pretty straightforward.....buying a razor (as described) at a reasonable price. Since these old things aren't being made anymore, the market for vintage razors is set by a number of factors. Things like how rare, or how they are known to shave, or the razor's condition, etc.

Once you decide on the razor you'd like, do some research instead of just buying one that looks real purty on the spur of the moment. Yep, buying a razor can be a little tricky if you're new and have NO reference point to what the going rate for items are. To put this in a gentlemanly way......some deals are better than others.

You may be looking in the forum and see a great looking razor being sold.........exactly the model you want! Before pulling the trigger though, do some research in advance on that type and see what similar ones have sold for. Once you have that knowledge, you can make an informed decision on the price. Then, when that item comes up for sale(and they always do), you can either jump on it, or blow it off as overpriced. Yes, some items are overpriced, and it's better to know that before buying one of those things.

Other members may comment on how reasonable the item being sold is, but it's often best to make up your own mind with the information you have collected. Eveyone has an opinion here, including me.

I've seen some poor pricing on some items recently, and other veteran members are aware of them as well I'm sure. I rarely ever comment in those overpriced BST posts, but sometimes it's very tempting to warn a new member about these. I guess that's why I posted this....sort of a mild buyers beware kinda thing. The good news is almost all the deals here end up with everyone being happy.

Ok, that'll do it,

Martin ]]> L. Martino http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118356 Not something you hear very often.... http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118355&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:34:00 GMT I just received 3 pounds of duck fat in the mail. I think there is some confit in my future. I just received 3 pounds of duck fat in the mail. I think there is some confit in my future. ]]> The Mess Hall BobS http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118355 Open Comb Gillettes http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118354&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:06:16 GMT I have two pocket style open comb Gillettes. One is made in Canada and the other in the USA. The blade centers itself better in the Canadian model than the USA model does. Neither has any serial number or dating. Were the Canadian models made with more precision? I have two pocket style open comb Gillettes. One is made in Canada and the other in the USA. The blade centers itself better in the Canadian model than the USA model does. Neither has any serial number or dating. Were the Canadian models made with more precision? ]]> Safety Razors Uncle Shakey http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=118354